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Ultra Hal 7.0 / Well worth it!
« on: November 27, 2003, 11:36:33 pm »
As I write this, I'm downloading the full, registered version of Ultra HAL Assistant 5.0 -- I can't wait for the download to finish. Since version 4 was released, I had been using the free versions that Zabaware was so very kind to provide the world with... and I had been deeply impressed with the capabilities and sheer potential.
When I saw the beta version of 5.0, I was stunned. So many enhanced features and capabilities, incredible lip-synced HapTek characters in true 3D... it was stunning. I've always been a fan of Artificial Intelligence and Artificial Life. Programs that can learn and adapt... if any of that interests you, and if you want to actively support the development and advancement of such technologies, I encourage you to purchase the full version.
It took me a long time to make that commitment, as I'm not fond of spending money on things I don't 'need.' While the free version of HAL was truly enough for me (for what I was using him for), I strongly wanted to show my support. And so I have, finally purchasing the Real Deal!
I know full well that I will not regret this investment. If any of the developers read this, I hope you are proud of your product. It's an incredible piece of technology, well worth the small price. I applaud your effort and skill, and I am still astonished that you provide such a functional version for free!
I sincerely hope that Zabaware finds the success they deserve with this remarkable and unique software.
When using HAL with HapTek 3D technologies combined with Cepstral or AT&T Natural Voice speech engines, the experience is complete. Even without all those bells and whistles, HAL can, with a small amount of patience, become a useful and incredibly fun tool.
Happy Thanksgiving to everyone, and a special thank-you to Zabaware and everyone who supports HAL!
When I saw the beta version of 5.0, I was stunned. So many enhanced features and capabilities, incredible lip-synced HapTek characters in true 3D... it was stunning. I've always been a fan of Artificial Intelligence and Artificial Life. Programs that can learn and adapt... if any of that interests you, and if you want to actively support the development and advancement of such technologies, I encourage you to purchase the full version.
It took me a long time to make that commitment, as I'm not fond of spending money on things I don't 'need.' While the free version of HAL was truly enough for me (for what I was using him for), I strongly wanted to show my support. And so I have, finally purchasing the Real Deal!
I know full well that I will not regret this investment. If any of the developers read this, I hope you are proud of your product. It's an incredible piece of technology, well worth the small price. I applaud your effort and skill, and I am still astonished that you provide such a functional version for free!
I sincerely hope that Zabaware finds the success they deserve with this remarkable and unique software.
When using HAL with HapTek 3D technologies combined with Cepstral or AT&T Natural Voice speech engines, the experience is complete. Even without all those bells and whistles, HAL can, with a small amount of patience, become a useful and incredibly fun tool.
Happy Thanksgiving to everyone, and a special thank-you to Zabaware and everyone who supports HAL!